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A TRIP ROUTE

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IT IS WORTH SEEING

The United Arab Emirates was the backdrop for several American blockbuster films. An unforgettable car ride through the three Etidah Towers in Abu Dhabi in Fast and Furious 7, Dubai as the backdrop for the futuristic base in Star Trek: Into the Unknown or the Abu Dhabi Desert in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The most spectacular, however, is the fourth installment of Mission Imposaible, Ghost Protocol, starring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt's secret agent. At the very beginning of the film, the creators define the climates in which they will narrate. Although the tension builds up slowly, when the action unfolds, we watch the events unfold with bated breath. The scene where the main character climbs and falls down the outer walls of Burj Khalifa is especially memorable. When i found out that Tom Cruise did it himself without the help of the stuntmen, I just couldn't believe it. Equally spectacular is the scene of the chase through the streets of Dubai, during which Hunt not only chases the villain, but also runs away through a sandstorm,

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IT IS WORTH KNOWING

Hundreds of thousands of workers working on the construction of world-stunning buildings risk their lives every day in harsh conditions and deadly heat. Transported to work like cattle, living in camps resembling a heavy prison. They lose their health, and often their lives, by placing them on the altar of pride that fills the rulers with the metropolis they are building. Officially, only a few die on construction sites. Official figures are given rarely and only when it cannot be hidden, but embassies count every deceased citizen. And every year thousands of them die here. Suicides, diseases, strokes, heart attacks, poisoning. The stories of Dubai's builders are told by a Polish engineer who worked for many years for the largest developers in the UAE. You can read about these and many other controversial topics in Marcin Margielewski's books "Dubai is built with blood", Dubai Models and Arabian Servants' Nightmare. The author worked as a journalist and traveled for several years, living, among others, in Dubai, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia (podroze.onet.pl).

Robotnicy z Azji południowej pracujący przy budowie Burj Khalifa


UAE - Dubai, Abu Dhabi

February 2020

Abu Zabi, Wielki Meczet Szejka Zajida

The trip to the UAE is the first vacation spent by Julek without his dad. Marta took the opportunity when her friends 'friends living and working in Dubai invited them for a few days' stay. In such a situation, there was nothing else but to hit the road.

The three of them lived on the outskirts of Dubai, and the host turned out to be so kind that he drove them to the center of the metropolis on his way to work every day. He also offered good advice, thanks to which visiting attractions such as Burj Khalifa turned out to be much easier and, most importantly, much cheaper. Julek endured the hardships of sightseeing with great perseverance, especially if at the end of the trip there was a cup of ice cream waiting for him. Fortunately, there were plenty of attractions for children here, and places such as Ain Dubai or the Dolphinarium make an impression on every kid.

    DUE  TO  CHANGES  IN  OUR  LIVES,  PHOTOS   DEPICTING  MARTHA  WERE  REMOVED  AT  HER  REQUEST !   

Julek is resting


Where are the seashells Marina Beach, Palm Jumeirah in the background Need to cool down a bit boredom I will go get a snack Marina Beach, Ain Dubai in the background It is a bit smaller than Burj Khalifa construction is not a job for me posing suits me much better Well-deserved rest, Marina skyscrapers in the background Public Beach, Burj Al Arab in the background It is okay Semi-wild dromedaries Dromedary in all its glory Souvenir photo I think it took a liking to me Camel's self-portrait i think i will take it to Poland Sea of sand What is its problem I better walk away finally I am safe

There are plenty of activities for kids to do in Dubai, but nothing beats the seaside outdoors. There are several public beaches with unlimited access at the disposal of tourists, where you can safely spend time while admiring the beautiful views. One of them is Marina Beach. Unfortunately, there was no boy of Julek's age with whom he could play, so the son had to organize activities on the beach himself.


Dubai


Elevator to heaven View to the SW, Burj Al Arab in the background View to the W, The World archipelago on the horizon i could dine here every day View to the N, Jumeirah Mosque in the background Impressive skyscrapers Burj Khalifa in all its glory Searching for coins Souvenir photo How did they build it ? the secret of construction Who gave me wings, who clothed me in feathers Burj Khalifa, view from the Dubai Canal impression Colorful lanterns Dubai Mall, waterfall cascade Silver figures of divers A final glance Dancing fountain Dubai Mall, Aquarium Dubai Mall, Aquarium Dubai Mall, Aquarium Dubai Mall, Aquarium Dubai Mall, Dubai Aquarium Dubai Mall, Dubai Aquarium Dubai Mall, Dubai Aquarium Dubai Mall, Dubai Aquarium Dubai Mall, Dubai Aquarium The Dubai Frame in all its glory Souvenir photo Glass walkway at the top of The Frame The construction looks solid Souvenir photo I won't fall, will I? Time for a Canal Cruise I wonder how much a barrel of crude oil is today impression Beautiful view We were there Global Village Global Village Global Village I don't feel like skiing Mall of the Emirates shopping mall Burj Al Arab, view from Mall of the Emirates Street scene Arab hotel Burj Al Arab Souvenir photo Dubai Marina Dubai Marina Dubai Marina Dubai Marina On the way A ride on Ain Dubai marina It is not that difficult Palm Jumeirah Cruise Don't cry when I leave One of the residences on Palm Jumeirah Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis Hotel Residence on Palm Jumeirah Dolphin Bay, dolphin show Dolphin Bay, dolphin show Dolphin Bay, dolphin show Dolphin Bay, dolphin show Dolphin Bay, dolphin show Dolphin Bay, dolphin show Dolphin Bay, dolphin show Dolphin Bay, dolphin show Dolphin Bay, dolphin show Dolphin Bay, dolphin show The Lost Chambers Aquarium The Lost Chambers Aquarium The Lost Chambers Aquarium The Lost Chambers Aquarium Metro Metro Old Dubai, Al Farooq Mosque Al Fahidi Fort Now nobody will mess with me I hope they didn't lock anyone in there? Traditional Arab dhow boat Al Fahidi, old town architectural detail Al Fahidi, wind tower Stone balustrade A moment of respite Al Fahidi, old town What is this junk? Souvenirs for tourists Deira Old Souq, traditional jalabiya Deira Old Souq, souvenir photo Deira Old Souq, traditional plates Deira Old Souq, tea set Deira Old Souq, finally something substantial Deira Old Souq, spices Deira Gold Souq, Najmat Taiba Deira Gold Souq, trinkets Deira Gold Souq, trinkets

Julek was delighted to be in the UAE. Probably because he loves modern architecture, and there is no shortage of this in Dubai. No wonder that Burj Khalifa, Burj al-Arab, The Frame or Marina's skyscrapers made such an impression on him. However, what he liked the most was the Dubai Aquarium, which is one of the largest in the world. The possibility of seeing sharks, rays and dozens of other species of fish up close is not very common.


Abu Dhabi


Grand Mosque Souvenir photo Minaret with a height of 107 m The Grand Mosque in all its glory Moorish-style horseshoe arch Columns inlaid with mother-of-pearl Portal decorated with marble panels with floral motifs The roof is decorated with 82 domes A moment of respite Mosque interior Chandelier made of Swarovski crystals Conversation gilded capitals Column lined with marble and inlaid with mother-of-pearl Time to go back home impression

The trip to Abu Dhabi was dominated by a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, built at the turn of the last century. Arabs like to brag about various records, but here, in fact, everything is impressive. The largest in the world, a dome with a height of 85 m and a diameter of 32.8 m, a carpet in the prayer room weighing 35 tons and an area of ​​ 5 627 m2 and the third largest gold-plated chandelier in the world, 15 m high and 10 m in diameter.








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